8 Questions
Which of the following best describes territorial variants of a language?
Regional varieties with minor differences in sound, vocabulary, and grammar
What distinguishes dialects from territorial variants of a language?
Distinctive features of pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary
Where can peculiarities of the English language be found?
Wales, Scotland, and other parts of the British Isles and America
In which areas can differences in the English language be immediately noticed?
Phonetics
What are dialects primarily used for?
Oral communication in small localities
Which of the following is an example of a lexical unit denoting a realia in the English language?
kangaroo
Which of the following is an example of a lexical unit pertaining to flora and fauna in the Australian English variant?
kangaroo
Which of the following is an example of a lexical unit pertaining to schools of learning in the English language?
junior high school
Quiz: Understanding Language Variants and Dialects Test your knowledge on territorial variants and local dialects in modem linguistics. Explore the differences between language variants and dialects, from minor peculiarities in sound systems and grammar to their own literary norms. Discover the distinct characteristics of these regional language varieties and their significance in oral communication.
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